1999 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, both 1999 GMC Sierra and 1999 Mazda 626 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sierra (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sierra weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sierra | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 626 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
