2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Acadia | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |