2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 905 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 605. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 605. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1994 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1994 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Acadia | 605 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
