2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar XK 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 27 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 414 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
Model | XK | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 439 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |