2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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. Both 2008 GMC Acadia and 2013 Chevrolet Impala are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 984 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Acadia | Impala |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |