2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 1 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 232 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Mobilio | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |