2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |