2009 BMW 118 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 818 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 118 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
