2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 424 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7. 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 2010 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Acadia | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |