2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1995 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 174 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 1995 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 68 L |
