2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1578 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Silverado | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
