2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 3 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 249 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Xterra. 2003 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | Tuscan | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
