1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2009 Volvo S40
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 is newer by 19 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S40.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 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, 2009 Volvo S40 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2009 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | Kensington | S40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2650 mm |
