2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2304 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tuscan. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Excursion | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 401 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 57 L |