2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 175 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. (153 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Meriva. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2002 Vauxhall Meriva has manual transmission. 2002 Vauxhall Meriva 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 | 2002 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Acadia | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
