2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 567 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra.
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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |