2006 Honda Accord vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Because 2004 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 2004 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 TVR Tamora (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
