2002 TVR Tuscan vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tuscan | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | TVR | Jaguar |
| Model | Tuscan | XJ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3157 mm |
