2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 10 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Isuzu Ascender. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Ascender | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3070 mm |
