2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2009 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jensen SV-8 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 45 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Evora.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2009 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | SV-8 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
