2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 GMC Acadia and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 3. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Acadia | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |