2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 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 251 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 291 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, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | TVR | Peugeot |
| Model | Tuscan | 307 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
