2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Volvo V50 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 193 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tuscan | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tuscan | V50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 58 L |
