2008 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. Both 2008 Porsche 911 and 2013 GMC Acadia are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia. 2013 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Porsche | GMC |
Model | 911 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2203 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5101 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2003 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |