2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | RS6 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
