2008 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Land Cruiser | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |