2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2002 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Tamora would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2002 TVR Tamora.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Tamora. (380 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Tamora. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2002 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2002 TVR Tamora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2002 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Avalanche | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
