2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 3 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 29 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu Ascender | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Ascender | X3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 67 L |