2005 MG XPower vs. 1999 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1999 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 1999 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | MG | TVR |
| Model | XPower | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2290 mm |
