2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
