2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 554 kg more than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 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 Maserati GranTurismo (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Acadia | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 86 L |
