2009 BMW 650 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 816 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | BMW | GMC |
Model | 650 | Acadia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |