2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 422 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ferrari 550 2012 GMC Acadia
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 550 Acadia
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5473 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 485 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 7250 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 2112 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 L 83 L


 

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