2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus GS (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Acadia | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
