1994 Land Rover Defender vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Defender.
Because 1994 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Defender 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Land Rover Defender. (312 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Land Rover Defender. 2011 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1994 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 1994 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Defender | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | Defender | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3020 mm |
