2004 Toyota Soarer vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 Toyota Soarer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 730 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Soarer. (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Soarer. 2004 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Soarer | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Toyota | TVR |
Model | Soarer | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |