2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 407 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 80 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 908 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407. 2011 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Acadia | 407 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
