2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2004 TVR Tamora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Tamora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2004 TVR Tamora | |
Make | Porsche | TVR |
Model | 911 | Tamora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |