2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord.

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 (270 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Acadia 2005 Honda Accord
Make GMC Honda
Model Acadia Accord
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 284 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 65 L


 

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