2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Audi | GMC |
Model | Q7 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |