2002 BMW 740 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 740 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 2002 BMW 740. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 740 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
