2005 TVR Speed 12 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 652 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 TVR Speed 12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2005 TVR Speed 12 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
Model | Speed 12 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 7730 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 790 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1404 mm |