2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, both 2007 GMC Acadia and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (248 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.

Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 2007 Porsche Cayenne
Make GMC Porsche
Model Acadia Cayenne
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3562 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 275 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 95.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2860 mm


 

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