2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Acadia would be higher. 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 145 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Acadia | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
