2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Clarus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Clarus 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 146 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 911 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Acadia | Clarus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
