2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 641 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 1998 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | Town & Country | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
