1999 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 13 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 935 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 TVR Chimaera | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | TVR | Porsche |
| Model | Chimaera | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 85 L |
