2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Express | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Acadia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 366 Nm |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |