1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 9 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 134 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (377 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Kensington | ML |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
