2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (260 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Acadia 2007 Toyota 4Runner
Make GMC Toyota
Model Acadia 4Runner
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 415 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2435 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 87 L


 

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