1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | SV-8 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
