2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf 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 175 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 GMC Acadia | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
Model | Acadia | Golf |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2512 mm |