2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, both 2004 Jensen SV-8 and 2004 Honda Pilot 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 81 more horse power than 2004 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Pilot, 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 @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Jensen | Honda |
| Model | SV-8 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
