2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 18 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige. 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 Lotus Exige. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige 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 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Acadia | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 44 L |
