2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 664 kg more than 2010 Acura ZDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Sierra | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |
