2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2008 TVR Chimaera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram 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 65 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Ram | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2290 mm |
