2006 Ford E-350 vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1556 kg more than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2002 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-350 | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | E-350 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2410 mm |
