2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 2012 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 10 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 211 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 697 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2012 SsangYong Kyron 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Kyron. (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 2012 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | TVR | SsangYong |
| Model | Tuscan | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
