2006 Honda Accord vs. 2006 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2006 Honda Accord and 2006 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tamora (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 TVR Tamora (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Honda | TVR |
Model | Accord | Tamora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |