1999 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 12 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 776 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 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 1999 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1999 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.
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1999 Jensen SV-8 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | SV-8 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |