2005 TVR Chimaera vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, both 2005 TVR Chimaera and 2005 Rover 75 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 155 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 Rover 75, 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 TVR Chimaera | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | TVR | Rover |
Model | Chimaera | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4546 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |