2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Mitsubishi Colt 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 180 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1543 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Colt |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |