2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 154 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Prius |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
