2003 TVR Tamora vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1637 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora. 2011 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Tamora | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | TVR | Cadillac |
| Model | Tamora | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
