2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2001 Citroen C3 and 2001 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3. 2001 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | C3 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
