2008 Acura RDX vs. 2008 TVR Chimaera
To start off, both 2008 Acura RDX and 2008 TVR Chimaera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 41 more horse power than 2008 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2008 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Acura RDX 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2008 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2008 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Acura | TVR |
| Model | RDX | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
