2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Acadia | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |