2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 862 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
Because 2013 Nissan Z 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 Nissan Z. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z 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.
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2009 GMC Acadia | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Acadia | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |