2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1997 Nissan Crew
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Crew.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Crew. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Acadia | 1997 Nissan Crew | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Acadia | Crew |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |