2002 GMC Sierra vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2002 GMC Sierra and 2002 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 182 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda MPV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV. 2002 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | MPV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1644 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
