2011 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Acadia 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5. 2011 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi Q5 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.
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2011 GMC Acadia | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | Q5 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |