2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 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 (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 887 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 2011 Mazda 3. 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 (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
