2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2001 Mazda 6 and 2001 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 271 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2001 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mazda 6 | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Mazda | TVR |
Model | 6 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |