2004 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Jensen SV-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Jensen SV-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jensen SV-8 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jensen | Jaguar |
| Model | SV-8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3032 mm |
