2003 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, both 2003 BMW 525 and 2003 Isuzu D-MAX were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 283 kg more than 2003 BMW 525.
Because 2003 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2003 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 525 | 2003 Isuzu D-MAX | |
Make | BMW | Isuzu |
Model | 525 | D-MAX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |