2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Charger | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
