2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Discovery. (341 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2550 mm |
