2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 733 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover Discovery. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2005 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Sierra | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2550 mm |
