2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 881 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Silverado | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |