2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2011 GMC Acadia and 2011 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 798 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acadia | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
