2006 BMW X5 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |