2007 Smart ForTwo vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 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 285 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo. 2007 Smart ForTwo 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. 2007 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Smart ForTwo | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Smart | TVR |
| Model | ForTwo | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 65 L |
