2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | E | Tamora |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |