2004 BMW 535 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 523 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 535 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
