2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
