2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1538 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Acadia | Aerio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |