2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2004 Jensen SV-8 and 2004 Volvo S60 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60. 2004 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Jensen | Volvo |
Model | SV-8 | S60 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |