2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 417 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | C |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
