1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | SV-8 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
