2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Acadia | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |