2000 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 712 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Lexus | TVR |
| Model | GS | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
