2007 GMC Acadia vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Acadia.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Acadia | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
