2001 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2001 Jensen SV-8 and 2001 Suzuki Swift 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 269 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Swift, 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jensen SV-8 | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Jensen | Suzuki |
Model | SV-8 | Swift |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |