2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 148 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 794 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Acadia | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Acadia | Sentra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |