2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 350 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | F-450 | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 65 L |
