2004 Mazda B3000 vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 635 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B3000 | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | B3000 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 57 L |
