2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acadia | T5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
