2008 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2008 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 7 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Sprinter.
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, 2001 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2001 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Sprinter. 2008 Dodge Sprinter 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. 2008 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jensen |
| Model | Sprinter | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2410 mm |
