2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A8 2007 GMC Acadia
Make Audi GMC
Model A8 Acadia
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 83 L


 

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