2008 Ford Focus vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus, 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Focus | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
