2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 134 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 677 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Acadia | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |