2007 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Isuzu Ascender

To start off, 2008 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 BMW M5.

Because 2008 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M5 2008 Isuzu Ascender
Make BMW Isuzu
Model M5 Ascender
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 285 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1755 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 82 L