2006 Lexus IS vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 565 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | IS | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
