2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Outback 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 114 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 648 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | Outback | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
