2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP) has 515 more horse power than 2003 GMC Sierra. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 943 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Sierra. (386 Nm). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4816 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 790 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2570 mm |
