2000 TVR Chimaera vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Chimaera | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | TVR | Tata |
| Model | Chimaera | Safari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
