2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 258 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Bonneville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1990 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
