2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (230 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 496 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Acadia | Outlander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |