2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2001 TVR Chimaera.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Express. 2006 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2001 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
| Model | Express | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
