2008 Isuzu Ascender vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 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 41 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Isuzu Ascender.
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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu Ascender. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | Ascender | X5 |
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 | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |