2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 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 222 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1259 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Acadia | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
