2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 11 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 203 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 690 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 2012 Toyota Highlander 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. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tuscan | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | Tuscan | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 73 L |
