2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Nissan NV

To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 596 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV. 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 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Acadia 2012 Nissan NV
Make GMC Nissan
Model Acadia NV
Year Released 2011 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 5600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 288 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 2112 kg 2708 kg
Vehicle Length 5098 mm 6111 mm
Vehicle Width 1986 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1849 mm 2156 mm
Wheelbase Size 3020 mm 3711 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 106 L


 

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