2001 BMW 745 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 127 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2001 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 745 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
