2000 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2001 TVR Tamora

To start off, 2001 TVR Tamora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.

Because 2001 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 2001 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Hyundai Coupe 2001 TVR Tamora
Make Hyundai TVR
Model Coupe Tamora
Year Released 2000 2001
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 83 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2370 mm


 

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