2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 GMC Acadia | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Acadia | 408 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |