2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2003 Renault Kangoo and 2003 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 55 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2003 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Renault | TVR |
Model | Kangoo | Tamora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |