2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 902 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 2001 Honda Civic. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 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 | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
