2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Volvo C30 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 108 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Acadia | C30 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |