2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 755 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
