2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 656 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Acadia | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |