2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. 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 134 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1631 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (488 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (191 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 166 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2833 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 48 L |
