2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1994 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1994 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Defender |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2370 mm |
