2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | C | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
