2010 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 309 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Express | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Express | Acadia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2421 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |