2000 Mercury Sable vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 399 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Because 2006 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 2006 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercury Sable | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mercury | TVR |
| Model | Sable | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
