2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Suzuki Equator would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 817 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Suzuki Equator | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Suzuki | GMC |
Model | Equator | Acadia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |