2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 1 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac XLR. (322 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac XLR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Tamora. 2006 Cadillac XLR 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. 2006 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | XLR | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
