1998 BMW 320 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 320 | Acadia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |