2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2004 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Montana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Montana would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2004 Pontiac Montana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Montana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Montana. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Montana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2004 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XKR | Montana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
