2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 GMC Sonoma is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 626. (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sonoma | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sonoma | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
