1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2006 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio is newer by 8 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 238 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 700 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-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 SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2006 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | SV-8 | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
