2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six has manual transmission. 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2000 TVR Tuscan Speed Six | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Avalanche | Tuscan Speed Six |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
