2006 TVR Tamora vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 TVR Tamora and 2006 Volvo V70 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 176 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (169 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 394 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, 2006 Volvo V70, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70. 2006 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tamora | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | TVR | Volvo |
| Model | Tamora | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 9 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 | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
