2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Land Rover Defender were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 353 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Defender |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2495 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 75 L |