2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Honda Accord

To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord.

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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 2012 Honda Accord
Make GMC Honda
Model Acadia Accord
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 70 L


 

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