2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
