2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 992 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Sonata. (199 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Acadia | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
