2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tundra. (298 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2004 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
