2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 821 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Acadia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
