2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (212 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon 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, 2005 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 212 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
