2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 TVR Tamora

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Coupe weights approximately 378 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.

Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2005 TVR Tamora
Make Hyundai TVR
Model Coupe Tamora
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 3605 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 83 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 280 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 65 L


 

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