2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Grandis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |