1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 17 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 126 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V50. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V50.
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, 2007 Volvo V50, 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V50. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Kensington | V50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
