1990 Isuzu Impulse vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Impulse would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Impulse. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1990 Isuzu Impulse has manual transmission. 1990 Isuzu Impulse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Impulse | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Impulse | X5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2934 mm |