2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Acadia | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |