2010 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Sandero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Sandero 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 202 more horse power than 2007 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2007 Renault Sandero. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Sandero. 2010 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Sandero has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Sandero 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 2007 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Acadia | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
