2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2010 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 932 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Fortuner 2010 GMC Acadia
Make Toyota GMC
Model Fortuner Acadia
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3956 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 288 HP
Torque 376 Nm 366 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 2142 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 83 L


 

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