2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3165 mm |
