2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2013 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1275 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto.

Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Kia Picanto 2013 GMC Acadia
Make Kia GMC
Model Picanto Acadia
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Hatchback Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1086 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 284 HP
Torque 99 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 66 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 85 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 928 kg 2203 kg
Vehicle Length 3500 mm 5101 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 2003 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1846 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 83 L


 

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