2001 Subaru Forester vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 TVR Tamora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester 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 213 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2001 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2001 Subaru Forester 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. 2001 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Subaru Forester | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Subaru | TVR |
Model | Forester | Tamora |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |