2003 TVR Chimaera vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1612 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Chimaera. 2010 GMC Yukon 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. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 TVR Chimaera | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | TVR | GMC |
| Model | Chimaera | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4546 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 117 L |
