2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 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 90 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 930 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
