1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 875 kg more than 1996 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Explorer | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
