2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 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 2007 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
