2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 145 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2013 Toyota Corolla. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Acadia | Corolla |
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 | 275 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |