2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 TVR Chimaera (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Porsche | TVR |
| Model | Boxster | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1295 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
