2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2011 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |