2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 512 kg more than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Acadia | Stavic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
