2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1397 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Expedition | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 58 L |
