2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 756 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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, 2008 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
