2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
