2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Because 2006 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 2006 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Corolla | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
