2006 Honda Accord vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |