2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-250 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2002 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 2002 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-250 | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | E-250 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
