2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 320 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 141 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
