2009 Acura MDX vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 651 kg more than 2009 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Acura | GMC |
Model | MDX | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 83 L |