2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 93 L |