2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (282 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 TVR Chimaera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1509 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 TVR Chimaera. (306 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2002 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Sierra | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 57 L |
