2004 BMW 730 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 352 kg more than 2004 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 730 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
