2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Acadia | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
