2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |