2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Gol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Acadia | Gol |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |