2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Acadia | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |