1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 463 kg more than 1999 GMC Sonoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Land Rover Discovery. (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Sonoma | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sonoma | Discovery |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |