2005 Porsche 996 vs. 2002 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 3 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 3,605 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 33 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 TVR T 350.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR T 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2002 TVR T 350 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 996 | 2002 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 996 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
