2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 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 103 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2009 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2009 Mini Cooper 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.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Acadia | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |