2008 Nissan Armada vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Armada | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Armada | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5550 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |