1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 271 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | SV-8 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
