2009 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 165 kg more than 2010 GMC Acadia.
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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Jetta | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |