2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 184 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 920 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Acadia | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Acadia | Civic |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |