2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2002 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger. 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, 2002 TVR Tuscan (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2002 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Ranger | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
