2003 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2004 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2004 Isuzu Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 2004 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 730 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |
