2005 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup

To start off, both 2005 Jensen SV-8 and 2005 Nissan Pickup were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 822 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8.

Because 2005 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pickup.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jensen SV-8 2005 Nissan Pickup
Make Jensen Nissan
Model SV-8 Pickup
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 321 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 403 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 2122 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3210 mm


 

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