2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex 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 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 13 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 407 kg more than 2011 Ford Flex. 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 Flex. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
