2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 11 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 76 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | TVR | Honda |
| Model | Tuscan | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |
