2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz A 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 (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | A |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
