2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 2 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-350. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-350.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Isuzu I-350 (329 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2007 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 530 | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
