2005 Audi A8 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 4 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A8 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 56 L |
