2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu Ascender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu Ascender would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu Ascender (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
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 Isuzu Ascender (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Ascender | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
