1998 Dodge Avenger vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, both 1998 Dodge Avenger and 1998 Jensen CV-8 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Because 1998 Jensen CV-8 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 1998 Jensen CV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Avenger, 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, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Avenger. (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Avenger | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
Make | Dodge | Jensen |
Model | Avenger | CV-8 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |