2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 530 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
