2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Honda Avancier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2000 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2000 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Honda | Jensen |
| Model | Avancier | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
