2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2003 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 382 kg more than 2003 TVR Chimaera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Armada (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Chimaera. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Chimaera has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Chimaera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2003 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Armada | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 313 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 57 L |
