2005 GMC Envoy vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 402 kg more than 2010 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Envoy (373 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
