2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. 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 132 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 597 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW X1 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW X1 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 GMC Acadia | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Acadia | X1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |