2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 8 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 323 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo, 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 (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Tuscan | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | Tuscan | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 35 L |
