2005 Kia Spectra vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2005 Kia Spectra 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 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Spectra weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2005 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 2005 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Spectra, 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, 2005 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Spectra | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Spectra | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
