2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 708 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
