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 3,599 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 @ 5600 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 1281 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 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 3599 cc 1595 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 5600 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2613 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 55 L


 

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