2002 Ford Econovan vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 2 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 192 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 235 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Econovan | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2290 mm |
