2003 TVR Tuscan vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 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 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 219 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 360 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2012 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tuscan | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | TVR | Citroen |
| Model | Tuscan | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3603 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |
