2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 333 kg more than 2010 Ford Galaxy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2010 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
