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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 163 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (440 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm). 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. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 4802 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 2480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 22.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 88 L |