2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 237 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 402 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 Focus, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2001 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Focus | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
