2000 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. 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 53 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 240 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jensen SV-8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SV-8 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
