2001 TVR Tamora vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 994 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Tamora | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tamora | Routan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3078 mm |
