2010 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 GMC Acadia would be higher. Both 2010 GMC Acadia and 2011 GMC Acadia are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 288 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia.

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, 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 GMC Acadia 2011 GMC Acadia
Make GMC GMC
Model Acadia Acadia
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2142 kg 2112 kg
Vehicle Length 5098 mm 5098 mm
Vehicle Width 1986 mm 1986 mm
Vehicle Height 1849 mm 1849 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 83 L


 

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