1998 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 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 92 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jensen SV-8 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | SV-8 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
