2003 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 212 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Ignis | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Suzuki | TVR |
| Model | Ignis | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 57 L |
