2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Exige would be higher. 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 146 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4750 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Jensen | Lotus |
Model | SV-8 | Exige |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |