2006 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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, 2006 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar Kensington. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar Kensington.
Because 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | Kensington |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
