2006 TVR Tamora vs. 2006 Daihatsu Terios

To start off, both 2006 TVR Tamora and 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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 260 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR Tamora weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 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 Daihatsu Terios, 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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. 2006 Daihatsu Terios will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 TVR Tamora 2006 Daihatsu Terios
Make TVR Daihatsu
Model Tamora Terios
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 391 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 72 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 79.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 145 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 4.8 seconds 16.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1105 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2430 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 46 L