2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR T 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 407 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
