2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (347 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR T 350 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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 (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | E-150 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
