2002 Ford Ka vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, both 2002 Ford Ka and 2002 TVR T 350 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ka weights approximately 76 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
Because 2002 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 2002 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Ka | T 350 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |