1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 1998 Kia Elan
To start off, both 1998 Jensen SV-8 and 1998 Kia Elan 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 SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Kia Elan. (151 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Elan.
Because 1998 Jensen SV-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 SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Elan, 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 SV-8 (440 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 1998 Kia Elan | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | SV-8 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
