2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 93 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | S3 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
