2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2002 Jensen SV-8 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 46 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2002 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jensen SV-8 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SV-8 | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
