1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2011 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 2011 GMC Acadia
Make Cadillac GMC
Model Fleetwood Acadia
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 185 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 2112 kg
Vehicle Length 5720 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 3020 mm


 

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