2012 BMW M5 vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2013 GMC Acadia. (284 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW M5 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | M5 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 560 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1846 mm |
