2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Peugeot 407 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 167 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 581 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Acadia | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |