2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Discovery. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |