2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1998 Ford Laser | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | Laser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |