2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 590 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2007 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2007 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Statesman | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Statesman | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
