2005 Ferrari 360 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 360 would be higher. Both 2005 Ferrari 360 and 2008 GMC Acadia are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 802 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 360.

Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2005 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ferrari 360 2008 GMC Acadia
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 360 Acadia
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 400 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 2142 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 17.9 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 83 L


 

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