2003 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 545 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
