2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra 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 123 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (165 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1182 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Acadia | Sentra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1253 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |