2005 Mazda Carol vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 5 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2000 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Carol | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | Carol | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 58 L |
