2004 BMW 320 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2004 BMW 320 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 2004 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
