1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 715 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | SV-8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
