2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 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 133 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1460 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SV-8 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 4326 mm |
