Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the GMC Acadia to the dealership as the BMW X3.
When it comes to MSRP, the BMW X3 costs approximately as much as the GMC Acadia (though the GMC Acadia is a tad cheaper).
Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the GMC Acadia over the BMW X3.
Towing is considerably more the BMW X3's forte than it is the GMC's.
Convenience
You'll quite certainly have to take the BMW X3 for a fill-up more often than the GMC Acadia because of its tank size and fuel economy.
Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the GMC Acadia's front cabin compared to the X3.
The GMC Acadia provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the BMW does.
Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the GMC Acadia than the BMW X3 because of its larger tank.
The BMW X3 and the GMC Acadia compete for the same parking spaces.
The X3's shorter wheelbase will give a sprier feel in daily traffic. On the other hand, the GMC Acadia is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.
Handling
With their similar turning radii, the BMW and the GMC Acadia likely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The GMC Acadia has a bigger engine than the BMW X3. Remember that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more.
Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the GMC Acadia is considerably more powerful than the BMW X3.
Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the GMC Acadia isn't quite as generous as the BMW's.