2002 TVR T 350 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR T 350 would be higher. 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 90 more horse power than 2010 Ford Escape. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 1673 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR T 350. 2010 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2002 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR T 350 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | T 350 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
