2006 GMC Savana vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 TVR Chimaera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 TVR Chimaera would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1517 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Savana | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
