2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 72 kg more than 2011 Ford E-350. 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 2011 Ford E-350. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 125 L |