2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Washu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Washu would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Washu. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Washu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 726 kg more than 2003 Mazda Washu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Washu. (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Washu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | Washu | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
