2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2012 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 947 kg more than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4511 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 129 L |
