2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Land Rover Defender. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender. 2011 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | Defender | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2286 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
