1998 Jensen CV-8 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen CV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen CV-8 would be higher. 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 588 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen CV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen CV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen CV-8 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | CV-8 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
