2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 88 kg more than 2011 Audi Q7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | Q7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |