2012 Audi A3 vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 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 88 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 652 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Audi | GMC |
| Model | A3 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
