2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, both 2004 Jensen SV-8 and 2004 Kia Spectra 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 197 more horse power than 2004 Kia Spectra. (124 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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 Kia Spectra, 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | SV-8 | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
