2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | CTS | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4601 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
