2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Sierra | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
