2005 Jensen SV-8 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. 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 77 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jensen SV-8. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2005 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jensen SV-8 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Jensen | BMW |
| Model | SV-8 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |
