2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Maybach 62
To start off, 2009 Maybach 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 62 weights approximately 713 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Maybach 62. 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, 2009 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2009 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | GMC | Maybach |
| Model | Acadia | 62 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 110 L |
