2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 690 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Ranger | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1715 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
