2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2001 Peugeot 806
To start off, both 2001 Jensen SV-8 and 2001 Peugeot 806 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2001 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 2001 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 806, 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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jensen SV-8 | 2001 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
Model | SV-8 | 806 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |