2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 181 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 476 kg more than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
Model | Santa Fe | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2351 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |