2000 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 10 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 248 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2010 Kia Soul, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
2000 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Kia Soul | |
Make | TVR | Kia |
Model | Tuscan | Soul |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 48 L |