2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, both 2002 Ford Explorer and 2002 Jensen SV-8 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2002 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer 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 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Explorer | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
