2006 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jensen |
| Model | A4 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
