2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XK | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 83 L |
