2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ. 2001 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJ | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
