2002 Honda That vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda That would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2002 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda That, 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda That. 2002 Honda That has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda That | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | That | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
