2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Sierra 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make GMC Toyota
Model Sierra Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 321 HP 232 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 2310 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 96 L


 

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