2001 TVR Tamora vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tamora 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 650 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 TVR Tamora 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make TVR Seat
Model Tamora Alhambra
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3605 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 10.7:1
Top Speed 282 km/hour 212 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2850 mm


 

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