2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 60 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Toyota | TVR |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
