2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 5 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 660 kg more than 2010 Land Rover LR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR2 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 (488 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | LR2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2590 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4498 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
