2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 87 kg more than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
| Model | Touareg | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2229 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
