2008 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-250. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | E-250 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |
