2012 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 587 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Acadia | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Acadia | 525 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
