2002 Toyota FCHV 5 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FCHV 5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 502 kg more than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5. (353 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FCHV 5.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Toyota FCHV 5 2013 GMC Acadia
Make Toyota GMC
Model FCHV 5 Acadia
Year Released 2002 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2981 cc 3600 cc
Horse Power 190 HP 284 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1701 kg 2203 kg
Vehicle Length 2720 mm 5101 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 83 L


 

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