2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 757 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Acadia | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |