2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A3 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | A3 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |