2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Holden Colorado
To start off, both 2009 GMC Acadia and 2009 Holden Colorado were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Holden Colorado. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Colorado.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Holden Colorado. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Colorado. (360 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Colorado. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Colorado has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2009 Holden Colorado | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
