2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Defender. (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Defender |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
