2005 TVR Tamora vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tamora would be higher. 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 192 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1678 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Tamora | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | TVR | Land Rover |
| Model | Tamora | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
