2005 TVR Tuscan vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60, 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 Tuscan (391 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Tuscan | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tuscan | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
