2002 TVR Tamora vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, both 2002 TVR Tamora and 2002 Acura CL were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (260 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Because 2002 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 2002 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL. 2002 Acura CL has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Acura CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 TVR Tamora | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | TVR | Acura |
| Model | Tamora | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3604 cc | 3210 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 | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
