2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. 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 189 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
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2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Ford Focus | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Acadia | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |