2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Acadia | Cruze |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |