2000 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-290
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-290 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-290 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Isuzu I-290 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-290 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320. 2000 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2008 Isuzu I-290 has manual transmission. 2008 Isuzu I-290 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2008 Isuzu I-290 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 320 | I-290 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
