2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Acadia | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |