2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 119 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Acadia | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 135 L |
