2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo and 2009 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1289 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | MiTo | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |