1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2004 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Grand Espace 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
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, 2004 Renault Grand Espace, 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Espace. (182 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2004 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | Kensington | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |
