Ford Explorer vs GMC Acadia Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2007 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · GMC Acadia
- Length193.4 in
- Height72.8 in
- Wheelbase113.7 in
- Curb weight4,460 lb – 4,712 lb
- Width73.7 in
- GMC Acadia width78.2 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 7.3 in shorter (193.4 in vs 200.7 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 4.5 in narrower (73.7 in vs 78.2 in)
- Height: essentially the same
- Wheelbase: GMC Acadia has a 5.2 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 118.9 in)
- Curb weight: GMC Acadia is 243 lb heavier (4,586 lb vs 4,829 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Width: Ford Explorer is 4.5 in narrower (73.7 in vs 78.2 in)
- Curb weight: GMC Acadia is 243 lb heavier (4,586 lb vs 4,829 lb)
- Wheelbase: GMC Acadia has a 5.2 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 118.9 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 7.3 in shorter (193.4 in vs 200.7 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 7.3 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for GMC Acadia
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 4.5 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | GMC Acadia | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.4 in | 200.7 in | 7.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 78.2 in | 4.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 118.9 in | 5.2 in |
| Curb weight | 4,586 lb | 4,829 lb | 243 lb |
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