2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 743 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
