2010 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 742 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Acadia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4435 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1247 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |