2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 125 kg more than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
