2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Jensen SV-8.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen SV-8. (440 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen SV-8. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
Model | Suburban | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 75 L |