2003 TVR Tuscan vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tuscan. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tuscan | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | TVR | Porsche |
| Model | Tuscan | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3603 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
