2013 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2013 GMC Acadia and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 118 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 668 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander has manual transmission. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander 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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2013 GMC Acadia | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Outlander |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5101 mm | 4665 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2003 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1846 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |