2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP) has 210 more horse power than 2004 GMC Sierra. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 335 kg more than 2004 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (624 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2337 kg | 2672 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4973 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2891 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 104 L |
