2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 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 95 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 660 kg more than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 1999 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Tundra | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Tundra | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2290 mm |
