2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 601 kg more than 2011 Ford Kuga. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Kuga. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Kuga 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 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
