2000 Honda Accord vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2000 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2005 TVR Tamora 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 2005 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Accord | Tamora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |