2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 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 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |
