2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1228 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan. 2011 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tuscan | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | TVR | Dodge |
| Model | Tuscan | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 93 L |
