2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 836 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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2008 GMC Acadia | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Acadia | Elantra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 48 L |