2006 Toyota Prius vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2006 Toyota Prius and 2006 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Prius weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 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 2006 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Prius, 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, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius. 2006 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Prius | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Prius | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
