2005 TVR T 350 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR T 350 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 175 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 235 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR T 350 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | T 350 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
