2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Because 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six 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 Tuscan Speed Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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 Tuscan Speed Six (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Frontier | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
