2005 Toyota Tundra vs. 2001 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1148 kg more than 2001 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2001 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tundra | 2001 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Tundra | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |
