2001 TVR Chimaera vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Titan.
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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Chimaera. 2011 Nissan Titan 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. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 TVR Chimaera | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | TVR | Nissan |
| Model | Chimaera | Titan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 484 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 106 L |
