2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 232 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 11 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
Because 2000 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 2000 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Focus | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
