2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 617 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 135 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
