2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 997 kg more than 2005 TVR Tamora.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Tamora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento, 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, 2005 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sorento. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 2005 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
