2007 BMW X5 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 422 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X5 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
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 | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |