2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 646 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 BMW 525 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 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
