2008 Subaru Forester vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 207 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 508 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 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 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Forester | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Subaru | TVR |
| Model | Forester | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
