2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 520 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | SLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
