2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2006 Porsche 911 and 2012 GMC Acadia are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 527 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia. 2012 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 911 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 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 Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
