2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (281 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Chimaera. (389 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Chimaera. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XJ | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 65 L |
