2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, both 2000 GMC Sierra and 2000 Mazda Protege were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Protege. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Protege. (164 Nm). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Protege. 2000 Mazda Protege has automatic transmission and 2000 GMC Sierra has manual transmission. 2000 GMC Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Protege will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Protege |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
