2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe 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 (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1448 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Coupe has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Coupe 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 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Acadia | Coupe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |