2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |