2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic 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 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 971 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic 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 GMC Acadia | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
