2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, both 2011 GMC Acadia and 2011 Ford Kuga were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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. 2011 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Kuga has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Kuga 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 | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
