2004 SsangYong Korando vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 209 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 835 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Korando | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | SsangYong | TVR |
| Model | Korando | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2860 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
