2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz S and 2002 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 935 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | S | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
