2005 TVR T 350 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2005 TVR T 350 and 2005 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 177 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR T 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo XC70. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2005 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR T 350 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | T 350 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
