2004 TVR Tamora vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Xterra. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 852 kg more than 2004 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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora. 2011 Nissan Xterra has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 TVR Tamora | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | Tamora | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
