2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 836 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Strada 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:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Fiat | GMC |
Model | Strada | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |