2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jensen SV-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jensen SV-8. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2001 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2001 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jensen |
| Model | QX56 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
