2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 4 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 200 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 487 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tuscan | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tuscan | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 62 L |
