2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2004 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
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, 2004 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (358 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 2004 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jensen |
| Model | Genesis | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
