1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 14 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kensington | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |