2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2013 Ford Mustang 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 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang 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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
