2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 5 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 155 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Acadia | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Acadia | Eos |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |