2001 TVR Tamora vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 9 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (260 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 800 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 TVR Tamora | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Make | TVR | Toyota |
Model | Tamora | FJ Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2690 mm |