2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
