2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Isuzu | BMW |
Model | I-350 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 243 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |