2006 Ford Territory vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory. 2006 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1998 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 1998 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Territory | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4601 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
