2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1688 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2010 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8. 2010 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2003 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2003 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Donkervoort | GMC |
| Model | D8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3645 mm |
