2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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. Both 2009 GMC Acadia and 2013 GMC Acadia are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 232 kg more than 2013 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Acadia | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |