2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2004 TVR T 350
To start off, 2004 TVR T 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Extreme. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Extreme would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR T 350 weights approximately 644 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. 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, 2004 TVR T 350 (393 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2004 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 2004 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Lotus | TVR |
| Model | Extreme | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 3605 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
