2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 4 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 662 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Acadia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
