1993 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1601 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1993 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1993 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 TVR Chimaera | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | TVR | Ford |
| Model | Chimaera | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 127 L |
