2004 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, both 2004 Hyundai Sonata and 2004 Jensen SV-8 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2004 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 2004 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Sonata | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Sonata | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
