2006 Isuzu I-280 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu I-280 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | I-280 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3999 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1424 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
