2008 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu D-MAX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 525 | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3060 mm |
