2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR T 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 TVR T 350 (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | B2500 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2370 mm |
