2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Express | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
