2006 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2008 TVR Chimaera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 TVR Chimaera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 TVR Chimaera (390 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Camry | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4546 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 268 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
