2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2012 Ford F-350 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 2012 Ford F-350. 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | F-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |