2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (354 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Sierra | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 354 Nm | 140 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |