2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 955 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado (427 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
