2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Tuscan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Silverado | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
