2006 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender will offer significantly more control. 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 Ascender (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Ascender | 125 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
