2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
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 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Ascender | 535 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2969 mm |
