2001 BMW X5 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |