2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 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 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 2002 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 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 | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
Model | XJR | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4599 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 | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
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 |