2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tuscan | Bora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
