2006 BMW 745 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 26 kg more than 2006 BMW 745.

Because 2006 BMW 745 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 2006 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 745 2008 GMC Acadia
Make BMW GMC
Model 745 Acadia
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4423 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 275 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 700 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.2:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2115 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 83 L


 

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