2009 BMW X6 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 GMC Acadia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | X6 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
