2005 BMW M3 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 513 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M3. 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M3 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
