2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia.
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 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | ML | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
