2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1997 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1693 kg more than 1997 TVR Chimaera.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 TVR Chimaera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Chimaera. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Chimaera. 2009 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1997 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 1997 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1997 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Land Rover | TVR |
| Model | Discovery | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
