2007 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu Ascender. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu Ascender | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Ascender | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
