2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 434 kg more than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Acadia | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 276 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
