2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata 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 53 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Acadia | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |