2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC60. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 693 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60. 2010 Volvo XC60 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. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tuscan | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
