2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Jensen SV-8 (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Honda | Jensen |
Model | Civic | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |