2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 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 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tamora. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Silverado | Tamora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |