2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 157 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 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.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Acadia | 3008 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2613 mm |