2006 TVR Tamora vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 TVR Tamora 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 89 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 755 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora.
Because 2011 Subaru Tribeca is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Tribeca. 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2011 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tamora | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | Tamora | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
