1996 TVR Chimaera vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 15 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 TVR Chimaera | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | Chimaera | Forester |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
