2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 TVR Chimaera. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
Make | Lotus | TVR |
Model | Exige | Chimaera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |