2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | 3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
