2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 575 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (454 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2315 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
