2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 181 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1575 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Acadia | iQ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 32 L |