2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2300. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1372 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (375 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Envoy | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
