2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.

Because 2004 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ferrari 360 2009 GMC Acadia
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 360 Acadia
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3589 cc 3599 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 366 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 83 L


 

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