2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Land Rover Freelander were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 121 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.

Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Freelander.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Sierra 2005 Land Rover Freelander
Make GMC Land Rover
Model Sierra Freelander
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5359 cc 2489 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 174 HP
Torque 454 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 64 L


 

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