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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (164 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 964 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 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GMC Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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 (489 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 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 | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2569 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 62 L |
