2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper 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 160 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 997 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. 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 2004 Mini Cooper. 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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Acadia | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 149 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |