2005 TVR Chimaera vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. 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 106 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 375 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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 TVR Chimaera | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
| Model | Chimaera | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1510 mm |
