2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 88 kg more than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2012 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Land Rover | GMC |
| Model | Discovery | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3600 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |
