2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 GMC Acadia were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 2009 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 320 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
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 | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
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 | 6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |