2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jensen SV-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jensen SV-8 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jensen SV-8. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Jensen SV-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Expedition | SV-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2410 mm |