1996 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 648 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1996 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Chimaera | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | TVR | Hyundai |
| Model | Chimaera | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
