2004 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu I-280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 318 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
