2022 GMC Acadia vs 2022 Ford Explorer in Houma, LA

Comparing 2022 Acadia Vs. 2022 Explorer

Crossover SUV options like the 2022 GMC Acadia prove that you do not need to sacrifice storage space for the performance that comes with a small-sized vehicle. Sedan-based options like the Acadia are better drivers than the standard truck-based SUV. Options like the 2022 GMC Acadia are better performing, comfier, and more stylish than options like the 2022 Ford Explorer. Read about how these two models compare before visiting us at Barker Buick GMC in Houma, LA. You can test-drive the 2022 GMC Acadia and compare its features to other models at our dealership.

Interior Comparison

When you compare the 2022 GMC Acadia to the Ford Explorer, it is helpful to start with its more attractive interior. Base models seat eight, though upgrading from the Acadia SL unlocks twin captain's chairs in the second row. The twin chairs trade one seat in for more passenger and cargo space. Either way, passengers stretch in over 140 cubic feet, and there is plenty of space behind the back row. You can also fold the back row flat for improved cargo storing potential.

The 2022 Acadia also has a more elegant interior than the 2022 Explorer, with leather and aluminum details in the upper-tier Denali model. The dashboard also has a digital gauge cluster, and the infotainment touchscreen lets you stream audio or navigation from a compatible smartphone via wireless or USB connectivity. Another welcome feature is the 12-volt outlet for keeping connected on drives through Houma, LA.

Performance Comparison

The 2022 Acadia has larger engines than the Ford Explorer. The basic model Acadia features a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, more sizable than the base 2.3-liter four-cylinder in the Explorer. You can also upgrade to a 3.6-liter V6 in the Acadia, while the Explorer only has a 3.3-liter V6 option. There is also a turbocharged four-cylinder in the Acadia lineup, giving drivers one more performance option in general.

Because of its phenomenal engines, the 2022 GMC Acadia works well for towing. It can tow up to 1,000 pounds with its smallest engine or up to 4,000 pounds with the V6. The turbocharged engine is the most efficient option between the Acadia and Explorer engines for life in Houma, LA.

Safety Features Comparison

Both the 2022 Explorer and 2022 Acadia earned top safety scores from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in part due to their absorbent designs and partially owing to their many driver-assist features. You can get the following technology in the 2022 GMC Acadia:

• Automatic emergency brakes
• Lane-keeping assistance
• Blind-spot monitors

Find the 2022 Acadia in Houma, LA

If you want a reliable commuter, something capable of long hauls, or anything in between, the 2022 GMC Acadia is a clear winner between it and the 2022 Ford Explorer. It has a spacious cargo area for running errands and plenty of legroom for all passengers. It also sports modern infotainment features to ease navigating the streets of Houma, LA. Despite its performance-oriented engines and roomy interior, the 2022 GMC Acadia is light on fuel use. Check out the 2022 GMC Acadia and compare it to other models today at Barker Buick GMC in Houma, LA.