2012 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 86 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (198 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 769 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Sonata has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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.
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2012 Hyundai Sonata | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Hyundai | GMC |
Model | Sonata | Acadia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2794 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |