2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra 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 142 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Freelander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |