2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. 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 137 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acadia | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1404 mm |
