2002 TVR T 350 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira

To start off, both 2002 TVR T 350 and 2002 Vauxhall Zafira were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 160 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 Vauxhall Zafira, 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 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Zafira.

Compare all specifications:

2002 TVR T 350 2002 Vauxhall Zafira
Make TVR Vauxhall
Model T 350 Zafira
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 345 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2700 mm


 

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