2001 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2001 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Sportage | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sportage | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
