2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2001 TVR Tuscan and 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 282 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 23 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2001 TVR Tuscan | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | Tuscan | Golf |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |