2012 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 69 kg more than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 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.
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2012 GMC Sierra | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Sierra | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 364 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | (:1): 9. |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2745 mm |