2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 158 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1278 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Acadia | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 171 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |