2005 GMC Sonoma vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 GMC Sonoma 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 Sonoma 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 Sonoma (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Sonoma | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Sonoma | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |