2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Subaru Forester

To start off, both 2007 GMC Acadia and 2007 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.

Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 2007 Subaru Forester
Make GMC Subaru
Model Acadia Forester
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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