2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 534 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Acadia | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Acadia | Outback |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |