2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1433 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda B4000. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda B4000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Acadia | B4000 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |