2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |
