2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 99 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | SV-8 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
