2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 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 121 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-150. (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-150. 2004 Ford F-150 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. 2004 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford F-150 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | F-150 | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2410 mm |