2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
Make | GMC | BMW |
Model | Acadia | M6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |