2011 Nissan Sentra vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 761 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Sentra | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Sentra | Acadia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |