2003 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 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 62 more horse power than 2003 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 455 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, 2003 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Falcon | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Falcon | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 57 L |