2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Chimaera (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | SV 6 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
