1994 Audi A6 vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 TVR Chimaera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Audi | TVR |
| Model | A6 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
