1990 Jaguar Kensington vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 22 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (699 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar Kensington | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kensington | ML |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2916 mm |