Comparison - GMC Acadia SUV Denali 2015 - vs - Ford Explorer Platinum 2020

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GMC Acadia SUV Denali 2015

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

46,717

Updated:

30 Nov 2016

58,250

Updated:

19 Sep 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Four Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2015

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

22.00gals

21.80gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Carbon Black Metallic

#0F0F0F

Champagne Silver Metallic

#A09E9A

Crimson Red Tintcoat

#7A3B46

Dark Sapphire Blue Metallic

#2D333C

Iridium Metallic

#191617

Midnight Amethyst Metallic

#3C3034

Quicksilver Metallic

#8A9193

Summit White

#E9E7E7

White Diamond Tricoat

#CFCDCB

Color:

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#727476

Star White Metallic Tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Blue Diamond Metallic

#264154

Rich Copper Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#4A1414

Lucid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Silver Spruce Metallic

#B1BBB1

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The Ford Explorer is fully redesigned for 2020.Part of the sixth Explorer generation introduced for 2020.The 2020 Ford Explorer comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.

Pros
Increased passenger space and cargo room
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Additional tech and driver assistance features

Cons
Maximum seating capacity is seven, and most are equipped to seat six
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Interior materials could be better in the higher trims
Not enough USB ports

By:

edmunds.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer rediscovers its capable, outdoorsy side without becoming trucklike in any other respect.

Pros
Great ride and handling
Attractive profile, styling
Soft, nicely detailed cabin
Quiet interior

Cons
Cramped third row
Sluggish/drab infotainment
Hybrid emphasizes capability, not mpg

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer ranked #18 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Impressive standard safety and tech features
Broad, airy cabin
Lots of cargo space
Lineup of powerful, refined engines

Cons
Bland interior in lower trims
So-so upgraded infotainment system

By:

usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

16.00mpg

18.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

23.00mpg

24.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.60L

3.00L

Torque:

270ft-lbs

at 3 400rpm

380ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

288hp

at 6 300rpm

365hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

40.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

200.80in

198.80in

Width:

78.90in

Height:

72.60in

70.20in

Ground Clearance:

7.60in

8.20in

Front Track:

67.30in

66.90in

Rear Track:

67.10in

66.90in

Wheel Base:

118.90in

119.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.30

38.90

Rear Head Room:

39.60

38.20

Front Leg Room:

41.30in

43.00in

Rear leg room:

36.80in

39.00in

Front Hip Room:

58.00in

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.60in

61.80in

Rear Hip Room:

57.80in

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.00in

61.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

116.10cu.ft

87.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5200lbs

5600lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

24.10cu.ft

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

15.30degrees

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

20.90degrees

22.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4850.00lbs

4727.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

More Instruments:

Low fuel level warning

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Reverse tilt dual mirrors provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Hands-Free Entry

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Multi-level heating passenger seat

8 -way power passenger seat

8 -way power driver seat

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Height adjustable driver seat

Leather

Bucket front seats

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Premium Leather

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding rear seatback

Manual folding bench third row seats

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Folding center armrest

Folding Rear Seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Suspension

Front Suspension:

MacPherson strut front suspension

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

Front and rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension, Multi-link rear suspension

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Sun sensor

Leather and wood steering wheel

Heated steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

yes

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Element antenna

Bose premium brand speakers

Separate rear audio

10 total speakers

Satellite radio satellite radio

Adjustable speed sensitive volume control

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

1 subwoofer(s)

3 Months of provided satellite radio service

Radio data system

USB connection

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete) yes

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Traction control

Turn signal mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Post-collision safety system

Emergency Service*

Airbag Deployment Notification*

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Cargo Convenience Package

GMC Interior Protection Package

Equipment Group 600A

Premium Technology Package

Exterior Options:

Chromed Tubular Assist Steps

Wheel Locks

Front License Plate Bracket

20" x 7.5" Chrome-Clad Aluminum Wheels

Black Roof Rack Cross Bars

21" Premium Aluminum Wheels

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rack Crossbars

License Plate Bracket

Splash Guards

Interior Options:

Rear Seat DVD Entertainment System

Mobile Wi-Fi Connectivity Package

8 Passenger Seating

First and Second Row All-Weather Floor Mats

Third Row All-Weather Floor Mats

Color Touch Navigation AM/FM/SiriusXM Radio w/CD/DVD Player

All-Weather Rear Cargo Mat

All-Weather Floor Mats

2nd Row Bench

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Rear Cargo Well Protector

Smokers Kit W/Element

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, premium cloth

#151515

Light Titanium, premium cloth

#948E88

Color:

Ebony, premium leather

#000000

Light Sandstone, premium leather

#CACBB4

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Engine and Performance

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Interior Dimensions

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Instruments

Power Features

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Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

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