2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Forester | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Forester | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
