

Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | GMC Acadia | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 113.7 in | 5.2 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 193.4 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 78.2 in | 73.7 in | 4.5 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 72.8 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4870 lb. | 4706 lb. | 164 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.9 in | 59.0 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 55.4 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.4 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.7 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 58.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 55.5 in | 2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.9 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 37.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 53.1 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 45.3 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 34.9 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.9 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 | 25 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | 33.2 ft3 |
2012 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third room has enough head room to even fit an adult comfortably and is wide enough to accommodate three individuals. It is one of the few SUV's that offer 8 seat capacity and has a larger interior capacity than a Tahoe. see full GMC Acadia review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
we travel with adults not children and find the 2nd row very comfortable. see full GMC Acadia review |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |