2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 558 kg more than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR Tuscan. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A4 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
