2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 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 67 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 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:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Acadia | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
