2000 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 258 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jensen SV-8 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Jensen | Suzuki |
| Model | SV-8 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
