2001 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2001 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sierra weights approximately 775 kg more than 2000 TVR Speed 12.
Because 2001 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 TVR Speed 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sierra. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sierra | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
