2006 Honda Accord vs. 2000 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 930 kg more than 2000 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2000 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Accord | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
