2007 Kia K2700 vs. 2005 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,546 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Chimaera (281 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 TVR Chimaera (389 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia K2700 | 2005 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | K2700 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2665 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 34.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
