2010 Acura MDX vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 48 kg more than 2010 Acura MDX.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 366 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Acura MDX | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | MDX | Acadia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |