2003 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2003 Jensen SV-8 and 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (267 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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2003 Jensen SV-8 | 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Jensen | Mitsubishi |
Model | SV-8 | Lancer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |