2002 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. 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 210 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jensen SV-8 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | SV-8 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
