2000 Honda Civic vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Civic | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
