2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. 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 40 more horse power than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tuscan. (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2001 TVR Tuscan | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | TVR | TVR |
Model | Tuscan | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 57 L |