1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Duna | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3030 mm |
