2000 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Jimmy (190 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 753 kg more than 2000 GMC Jimmy.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 GMC Jimmy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Jimmy. (340 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Jimmy | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
