2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 104 L |