2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Chimaera 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 138 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Mazda | TVR |
| Model | B2300 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4546 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
