2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (260 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 6 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1513 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
