2007 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Isuzu Axiom
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Isuzu Axiom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Isuzu Axiom would be higher. At 3,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Isuzu Axiom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Isuzu Axiom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Isuzu Axiom weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2000 Isuzu Axiom is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu Axiom 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, 2000 Isuzu Axiom (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Isuzu Axiom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2000 Isuzu Axiom | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 530 | Axiom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
