2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Acadia | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3001 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |