2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1999 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 434 kg more than 1999 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 1999 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1999 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1999 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1999 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Five Hundred | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
