2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 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 27 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 900 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | SRX | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
