1999 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W.
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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 TVR Chimaera | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | TVR | SsangYong |
Model | Chimaera | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4546 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2970 mm |