2000 Saturn L vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, both 2000 Saturn L and 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Saturn L. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 344 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L. 2000 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn L | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Saturn | TVR |
| Model | L | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
