2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 620 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Acadia | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
