2005 Acura RL vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Acura RL. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 507 kg more than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2005 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL. 2005 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2003 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2003 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Acura | Jensen |
| Model | RL | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
