2004 TVR Tamora vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 TVR Tamora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. 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 202 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Tamora | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | TVR | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tamora | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
