2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 TVR Tamora. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tamora. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Tamora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |