2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 66 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 748 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | GMC | SsangYong |
Model | Acadia | Korando |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |