2001 TVR Tuscan vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 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 249 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 766 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2001 TVR Tuscan | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | TVR | Mazda |
Model | Tuscan | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |