2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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) has 46 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 875 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Envoy | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
