2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 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 113 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fusion. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 945 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion. 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 (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fusion 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 | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
