2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2003 Opel Vectra and 2003 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,603 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Vectra | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
