2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | GMC | Dodge |
Model | Acadia | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |