2008 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 655 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. 2005 Isuzu Ascender has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Ascender will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2005 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 535 | Ascender |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3280 mm |
