2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJR | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
