2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2009 Audi Q5 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 (288 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (450 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q5 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Q5 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 288 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |