2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 965 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Acadia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
