2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Discovery |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2550 mm |