2002 GMC Sierra vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 2002 GMC Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 626. (108 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1994 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 Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 626. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 626 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
