2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2005 Porsche 911 and 2005 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |