2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 713 kg more than 2004 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Acadia | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |