2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2003 Porsche 911 are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 731 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Acadia | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 22.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |