2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 9-4X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 9-4X would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Saab | GMC |
| Model | 9-4X | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
