2006 TVR Tamora vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 TVR Tamora. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2006 TVR Tamora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 TVR Tamora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tamora. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tamora. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 TVR Tamora | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | TVR | Land Rover |
| Model | Tamora | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 104 L |
