2000 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS

To start off, both 2000 Jensen SV-8 and 2000 Mitsubishi SSS were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.

Because 2000 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi SSS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. (270 Nm). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi SSS. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS has automatic transmission and 2000 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2000 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi SSS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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