2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 18 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 32 more horse power than 2008 Ford Taurus. (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Because 2008 Ford Taurus 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, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Taurus | Kensington |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2870 mm |