2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2004 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 2004 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3, 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | C3 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |