2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 892 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Acadia | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
