2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 431 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
