2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR T 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR T 350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-150. (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 350 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | F-150 | T 350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |