2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Charger 2007 GMC Acadia
Make Dodge GMC
Model Charger Acadia
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2737 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 83 L


 

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