2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1107 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tuscan | T5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
