2006 TVR Tamora vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 TVR Tamora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. 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 130 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega, 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2006 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tamora | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tamora | Omega |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2740 mm |
