2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Acadia | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
