2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 129 L |
