2008 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 TVR Chimaera 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 136 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 TVR Chimaera | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | TVR | Subaru |
| Model | Chimaera | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
