2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 TVR Tuscan. (355 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan. 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 Toyota Tundra (545 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tuscan. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Tundra | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 545 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
