2009 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Maxima | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Maxima | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |