2006 Toyota Quantum vs. 2001 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,986 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Chimaera (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
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, 2001 TVR Chimaera (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Quantum | 2001 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Quantum | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 269 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
