2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (363 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | C | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |