2011 GMC Acadia vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 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 182 more horse power than 1995 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 972 kg more than 1995 Xedos 6. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | GMC | Xedos |
| Model | Acadia | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2620 mm |
