2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 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. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X3 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | X3 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |