2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 234 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. 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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tuscan. (401 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tuscan. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2003 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | E-350 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |