2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 953 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang. 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 1999 Ford Mustang. 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | Mustang |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |