2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |