2003 TVR Tamora vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2003 TVR Tamora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. 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 159 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 510 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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tamora | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | TVR | Peugeot |
| Model | Tamora | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
