2009 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Envoy | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |