2005 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1265 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Sequoia | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Sequoia | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 65 L |
