2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 406 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.
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2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Acadia | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |