2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 846 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Acadia | Swift |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 43 L |
