2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 464 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
