2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 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 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 155 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta.

Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta 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 2011 Ford Fiesta
Make GMC Ford
Model Acadia Fiesta
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3563 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4409 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1697 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2489 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 45 L


 

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