2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 55 L |
