2003 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera

To start off, both 2003 Dodge Ram and 2003 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera.

Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Dodge Ram 2003 TVR Chimaera
Make Dodge TVR
Model Ram Chimaera
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3906 cc 4546 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 173 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 306 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1060 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4030 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2030 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2290 mm