2009 BMW 135 vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 1 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 3,456 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 Isuzu I-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Isuzu I-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 135 | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
