2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (168 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2005 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2620 mm |
