2003 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Land Rover Range Rover. 2003 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2750 mm |
