2005 BMW M3 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2005 BMW M3 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 2005 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
