2001 Ford Focus vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 TVR T 350 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 2006 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Focus | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
