2009 Infiniti M vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 393 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Infiniti M 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 2009 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti M | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Infiniti | GMC |
Model | M | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |