2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 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), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (245 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 638 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.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Accord | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |