2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 905 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Acadia | 928 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |