2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram, 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
