2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Elise | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 189 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 56 L |