2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Tata Sumo 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 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 341 kg more than 2008 Tata Sumo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo | |
Make | GMC | Tata |
Model | Acadia | Sumo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2425 mm |