2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (355 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Ram | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Dodge | TVR |
Model | Ram | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |