2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Acadia 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 145 more horse power than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 387 kg more than 2012 Ford Galaxy. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
