2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (261 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 675 kg more than 2012 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |