2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 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) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Acadia | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
