2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sierra and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (285 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 747 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (400 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sierra | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 220 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 68 L |