2008 BMW 318 vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 1 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 318 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
