2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2008 Volvo V70 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 97 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V70. (178 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 532 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70. 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 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | GMC | Volvo |
Model | Acadia | V70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |