Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | GMC Acadia | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 121.1 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 200.6 in | 0.1 in |
Width | 78.2 in | 76.0 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 72.4 in | -2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4722 lb. | 5280 lb. | -558 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 40.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.9 in | 58.3 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 40.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 58.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 0.0 in | 57.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.5 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 38.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 50.5 in | 7.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 34.2 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114 in (over 3 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.1 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.9 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.9 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | 33.6 ft3 |
2010 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better 2nd & 3rd row comfort than the Honda Minivan (this is to be a daily driver for a family with 4 kids under 10) see full GMC Acadia review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of head room for tall folks. Comfortable seats. Lots of knee room. see full GMC Acadia review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Power seats have versatile adjustments. Thigh support is better than some compact SUVs that I compared. Tilt and telescoping steering wheel is flexible for driving position. see full GMC Acadia review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
This SUV has a third row seat that can accommodate adults comfortably, without sacrificing braking and safety. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |