2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (265 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 198 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (408 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Mustang | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |