2012 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 772 kg more than 2005 Audi TT. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
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2012 GMC Acadia | 2005 Audi TT | |
Make | GMC | Audi |
Model | Acadia | TT |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |