2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Acadia | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 431 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 586 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
