1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2002 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 755 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Suburban | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2370 mm |
