2003 BMW X5 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 BMW X5.
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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X5 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 338 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |
