2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 504 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3220 mm |
