2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 646 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2001 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 2001 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza, 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 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | TVR | Toyota |
| Model | Chimaera | Venza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |
