2005 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 5 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 682 more horse power than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Gen-2 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Proton | TVR |
| Model | Gen-2 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
