2000 TVR Chimaera vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 12 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 TVR Chimaera | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | TVR | Lotus |
| Model | Chimaera | Exige |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 44 L |
