2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 842 kg more than 2006 Mazda 5. 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 2006 Mazda 5. 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 60 L |