1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar Kensington would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405, 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | Kensington | 405 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
