2006 Ford Escape vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 TVR Tamora.
Because 2001 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 2001 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape, 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, 2001 TVR Tamora (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Escape | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3605 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
