2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra 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 133 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3995 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2329 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 48 L |
