2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 943 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |