2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Acadia | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1404 mm |