2008 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Isuzu I-280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Isuzu I-280 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | X3 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 74 L |
