2001 Toyota Pod vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Pod. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Pod. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 271 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Pod | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Pod | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
