2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50.
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 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Acadia | V50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |