2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 614 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1892 kg more than 2004 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | F-250 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 57 L |
