2002 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 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 79 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche 911. (366 Nm). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | 911 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
